The Communicative Leader

Redesigning Life & Leadership: Insights from Dr. Marjan Modara on Curiosity, Communication, and Change


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Dr. Marjan Modara shares her journey from architectural engineering to becoming a distinguished personal knowledge management facilitator, keynote speaker, and storyteller with over 40 years of experience across government and private sectors.

• Personal knowledge management combines individual learning from various sources with strategic application of that knowledge in different contexts
• Creating safe spaces for knowledge sharing is critical—when people feel comfortable sharing ideas without judgment, innovation multiplies
• Storytelling serves as one of the most effective knowledge capture techniques, making information memorable and accessible
• Transparent communication during organizational change helps employees understand and adapt to new environments
• Warning signs of unhealthy company culture include high turnover, silent meetings, departmental silos, and passive-aggressive communication
• Anonymous surveys and focus groups provide valuable feedback mechanisms to course-correct problematic cultural patterns
• Leaders must cultivate adaptability, diverse skills, and emotional intelligence to thrive in rapidly changing environments
• Continuous learning remains essential regardless of age or career stage
• Employees should identify their passions and effectively communicate their needs while developing emotional intelligence

Until next time, communicate with intention and lead with purpose.


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